HomeMy WebLinkAbout2010_04_07 Town Board Minutes April 7, 2010
MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING AND WORK SESSION OF THE TOWN BOARD OF
THE TOWN OF MAMARONECK HELD ON APRIL 7,2010, BEGINNING AT S:OOPM IN
CONFERENCE ROOM A AND CONTINUING AT 8:15 PM IN THE COURT ROOM OF THE
TOWN,740 W. BOSTON POST ROAD, MAMARONECK, NEW YORK
PRESENT:
Supervisor Valerie M.O'Keeffe
Councilman Ernest C.Odierna
Councilwoman Nancy Seligson
Councilman David J. Fishman
ABSENT: Councilwoman Phyllis Wittner
ALSO PRESENT: Christina Battalia,Town Clerk
Stephen V.Altieri,Town Administrator
William Maker,Jr.,Town Attorney
Call to Order
On motion of Councilwoman Seligson,seconded by Councilman Fishman,the Work Session was
unanimously opened at S:OOPM.
Larchmont Gardens' Lake Project
David Goessl,Town Engineer,was present. Mr. Goessl worked on the redesign,and was present to answer
any Town Board questions. As previously discussed,the Town received bids for this project which were
rejected by the Town Board at its March 17,2010 Town Board Meeting. Bids were rejected due to the fact
that the lowest bid received was$600,000 higher than the project budget of$1.6million. The Town has
been working on a redesign that does not utilize Geo-Tubes or a coffer dam. The Board reviewed the new
proposal which includes the following.
• Two permanent bypass pipes will be installed on the banks of the lake between the bridge
on Lakeside Drive and Northbrook Road. The bypass pipe will be used to help drain the
lake and control the Sheldrake River during construction. In the future the pipe can be used
to lower the level of the lake during rain events.
• The lake will be de-watered using gravity and the construction of the de-watering pit near
the dam at the southerly end of the lake at Northbrook Road.
• Dredging will take place by mechanical means and contractors will have some discretion to
determine the mechanical method they favor most. One example might be the use of
bulldozers or excavators. A drag line method might also be used.
• The materials to be removed will have oatmeal like consistency. It will be stored on the
banks of the lake to be dried further and then hauled away. The materials will be
contained on the site and partially on Lakeside Drive using Jersey barriers. Therefore,one
lane of Lakeside Drive will remain closed throughout the project for local residents. Other
traffic will be re-routed on Hickory Grove Drive and Cooper Lane(this detour route was
used during the re-construction of the Lakeside Drive Bridge).
• With the Geo-tubes removed from the Project,an alternative method of supporting the
planting benches had to be found. The plan is to place the planting benches behind the
existing stone wall around the lake thus using the wall as the support mechanism. This will
result in a reduction of the width of the bank of the lake.
This re-design is estimated to cost$1.7million,including a contingency of$226,000.
Parking Fees 2010/2011
The Board reviewed existing fees and discussed raising them for the new parking season which goes into
effect June 1,2010. Due to the urgency of getting parking renewal letters out to residents,the Board
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decided to have an additional Special Meeting next Wednesday April 14`"to discuss the increases and give
ample notice for the public.
NYS Comptroller's Office New Retirement Reporting
The Town Clerk gave an update on the new reporting requirements including which Town officials and
appointed employees this will affect. A meeting is planned for those individuals next week.
Request for Easement—41 Dillon Road
The Board further reviewed a request by Mr.Chiong of 41 Dillon Road to construct a circular driveway in
front of his home. Mr. Chiong's home is located at the sharp turn on Dillon Road and getting out of his
driveway safely is a major concern. After the Board last reviewed this proposal, Mr.Chiong was asked to
obtain an engineering drawing of the proposal. The Board reviewed the proposal and instructed Mr.
Maker to prepare an easement agreement for the Board to review at a future Town Board Meeting.
Vested Land Use Rights
The Town Board reviewed State Legislation Bill A9563-Same as S1988-A to amend general municipal law,
in relation to vested rights relating to land development.
Fire Department Equipment
Chief Sean McCarthy, Deputy Chiefs Brendan Collins and Joseph Russo were present. The Town Board and
Fire Department continued discussion of the replacement of Engine 37 and Rescue 6. The Chiefs have
suggested that bids go out this April and a referendum this June. The replacement of Rescue 6 is estimated
to cost between $390,000 and $425,000 and the replacement cost for Engine 37 is estimated to be between
$525,000 and $550,000. The Chiefs emphasized the need for Rescue 6 to carry four firefighters,versus the
two it now carries,as a very important upgrade. As for Engine 37,the need for enclosed seats for the
firefighters is essential in meeting current safety standards,emphasizing the current situation is dangerous
and unacceptable. Although this is not an optimal time to buy new equipment,it is a good time for
municipal borrowing. The Chiefs stressed that this is a bare bones purchase,further stating that with the
purchase of 2007 motors the cost could be reduced by$20,000 to$25,000 per vehicle.
On motion of Councilwoman Seligson,seconded by Councilman Odierna,the Board unanimously agreed to
enter into Executive Session to discuss acquisition of land and litigation.
EXECUTIVE SESSION
Acquisition of Land
Litigation
On motion of Supervisor O'Keeffe,seconded by Councilman Fishman,the Board unanimously agreed to re-
enter Work Session.
CALL TO ORDER
The regular meeting of the Town Board was called to order by Supervisor O'Keeffe at
8:30 PM, she then pointed out the location of exits.
PRESENTATION BY THE FIRE DEPARTMENT
Chief Sean McCarthy, Deputy Chiefs Brendan Collins and Joseph Russo as well as Fire Fighter Angelo
Mancino were present.
Chief Sean McCarthy gave a quarterly report of the Department's calls and responses as follows:
Alarms 291
Manpower at Alarms 3457
Hours Operating at Alarms 121 hours and 5 min
Drills 6
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Manpower at Drills 153
Hours Operating at Drills 10 hours
Manpower Hours in Training Classes 809
Man Hours Pending for Scheduled Training Classes 151
The Chiefs discussed the need to replace the 1988 Rescue 6 and the 1987 Engine 37. Both vehicles have
extensive corrosion and have become unsafe to drive. Rescue 6 responds to all EMS calls; it carries the
'Jaws of Life'and goes extensively on the Thruway.The current Rescue 6 can only transport two fire
fighters which is not optimal. The proposed apparatus would carry four. It is no longer cost effective to
continue maintaining this apparatus in their current state. Engine 37 is pure steel and has extensive
corrosion and is. It currently has two uncovered seats for firefighters which are not up to safety standards.
The Chief announced the Department's receipt of a FEMA grant in the amount of$60,000. This grant was
used to purchase Firefighter Escape Systems. These systems are used by firefighters when needing to
escape a building by jumping. Ninety pieces of this equipment will be purchased.
A Department promotional video was presented and received with praise. Finally,Chief McCarthy
announced the First Annual Department Hockey game between the Town of Mamaroneck and Village of
Mamaroneck Fire Departments. This will be a fundraiser for the Rasor Family Trust. Sadly,the Rasor family
lost their father last week. Richard Rasor was 48 years of age and leaves behind his wife and best friend
Kathy and their four children.
PUBLIC HEARING(S) — Overnight Parking Exemption—Laurel Avenue
The following Notice of Public Hearing is entered into the record as follows:
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
PLEASE TAKE NOTICE, that a Public Hearing will be held by the Town Board of the Town of
Mamaroneck on Wednesday,April 7, 2010 at 8:15 PM or as soon thereafter as is possible in the
Court Room of the Town Center, 740 W. Boston Post Road, Mamaroneck, New York to consider
the adoption of a Local Law entitled "Overnight Parking Exemption—Laurel Avenue" Law
Purpose: Residents of Laurel Avenue have appeared before the Traffic Committee expressing
their concerns regarding an overabundance of cars parking overnight on Laurel Avenue. The
residents before the Traffic Committee stated Laurel Avenue is unlike any other street in the
Town of Mamaroneck, in which overnight parking is prohibited and the overnight parking
regulations should be consistent. Currently, Laurel Avenue is one of approximately 14 streets
in the Town of Mamaroneck that are exempt from the 3:OOAM to 6:OOAM ban.
The full text of this Local Law may be examined and copies obtained at the Town Clerk's office
during regular hours, Monday- Friday, 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM, In June,July and August until 4:00
PM at 740 W. Boston Post Road Mamaroneck, New York
PLEASE TAKE FURTHER NOTICE that at the Public Hearing all persons interested will be given an
opportunity to be heard and that all persons are invited to submit written comments at or
prior thereto.
BY ORDER OF THE TOWN BOARD
OF THE TOWN OF MAMARONECK
CHRISTINA BATTALIA
TOWN CLERK
Published: March 22,2010
On motion of Councilman Fishman,seconded by Councilwoman Seligson,the Public Hearing was
unanimously opened.
Supervisor O'Keeffe asked if anyone wished to comment on the proposed Local Law.
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Mr. Ruggerio, 105 Laurel Avenue,gave his interpretation of what transpired regarding the overnight
parking in May of 2000. Mr. Ruggerio gave the Town Clerk a copy of a petition of the Laurel Avenue
residents that was presented in 2000 to the Town's Traffic Committee.
Mr.O'Toole, 102 Laurel Avenue,stated he had been to the Traffic Committee recently requesting the
overnight parking be overturned. He gave a slide presentation demonstrating the extensive amount of
cars on the street. Mr. O'Toole feels Laurel Avenue is no different from other Town Streets that currently
ban overnight parking. Mr.O'Toole gave his written remarks and photos from his presentation to the
Town Clerk.
Supervisor O'Keeffe asked Doris Block,Chair of the Traffic Committee to come forward and tell the
audience why the Committee was recommending that the overnight parking exemption be overturned.
Ms. Block stated that upon review of Laurel Avenue,it appears to the Committee to be no different from
other Town streets currently with the overnight parking ban and thus the recommendation was for this
exemption to be overturned.
Peter Denyshenko,95 Laurel Avenue submitted to the Town Clerk a petition signed by nine residents
and dated April 7,2010 in which they state"that in the interests of the majority of the owners on laurel
Ave.the law should remain unchanged."
Maureen Denyshenko,95 Laurel Avenue read a prepared statement that was previously received by the
Town Clerk. She strongly objects to overturning the exemption of the ban on overnight parking.
Bill Kenyon, 104 Laurel Avenue,stated the previous owner of his home did widen the driveway,so he
therefore,does not have a parking problem. He feels other residents should widen their driveways to
accommodate their cars.
Supervisor O'Keeffe stated she does see some inequity for residents on one side being affected by
excessive cars. Although it is an annoyance having other people's cars in front of your home,an
annoyance she sometimes feels herself,it is within the law.
Bill Irwin, 15 Alden Road,finds it upsetting that plows can't get through to clean the streets.
Christina Flores, previous resident of Laurel Avenue,commented that she had difficulty with certain
residents on Laurel Avenue when she parked in front of their homes.
Liza Waite,Weaver Street resident at the corner of Laurel Avenue,stated she remembers parking only
being allowed on the South side of Laurel Avenue,day or night.
Supervisor O'Keefe commented that she is inclined to agree with the Traffic Committee
recommendations in that Laurel Avenue is not unlike any other street in the Town and should not be
treated otherwise. Supervisor O'Keeffe also commented that the law from 1984 does not show with
specificity whether it pertains to this section of Laurel Avenue. The Towns needs to do more research
before making any final decisions.
Councilman Odierna agreed with Supervisor O'Keeffe in being inclined to share the view of the Traffic
Committee.
Councilwoman Seligson and Councilman Fishman stated that the Traffic committee has been quite
professional in their deliberations and recommendations.
On motion of Councilman Fishman,seconded by Councilwoman Seligson,the Public Hearing was
unanimously closed.
On motion of Councilman Fishman,seconded by Councilwoman Seligson,the Public Hearing was
unanimously reopened.
On motion of Councilman Fishman,seconded by Councilwoman Seligson,it was unanimously
RESOLVED,that the Mamaroneck Town Board does herby adjourn the Public Hearing on the
Overnight Parking Exemption—Laurel Avenue, until May 5,2010,at 8:15 in the Court Room of
the Town Center.
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BOARD OF FIRE COMMISSIONERS
The meeting was called to order by Commissioner O'Keeffe and on motion of Commissioner Odierna,
seconded by Commissioner Fishman,the Board of Fire Commissioners was unanimously declared open.
Present were the following members of the Commission:
Commissioner: Valerie M. O'Keeffe
Commissioner: Ernest C. Odierna
Commissioner: Nancy Seligson
Commissioner: David J. Fishman
Absent was the following Commissioner:
Commissioner: Phyllis Wittner
1. FIRE CLAIMS
Commissioner O'Keeffe presented fire claims for authorization of payment,thereafter on Commissioner
O'Keeffe's motion,seconded by Commissioner Odierna,it was
RESOLVED that this Commission hereby authorizes payment of the following
Fire Department claims as approved by the Fire Chief and audited by the
Comptroller's Office:
Cleaning Systems Cleaning Supplies 260.16
Cleaning Systems Cleaning Supplies 9.96
Con Edison Balance of 2009 Billing 3,966.60
Con Edison Balance of Jan &Feb.2010 Bill 2,061.17
Con Edison Feb 23-March 8,2010 Bill 585.99
IKON Copier Service 2/28-3/29/10 212.13
Poland Springs Drinking Water-Feb.2010 62.08
Town of Mamaroneck P.F.F.A. Life Insurance March 2010 282.96
Verizon Service 3/10-4/9/10 278.81
Villa Maria Pizza Food for Colation for Storm Standby 3/13/10 179.24
W.J.W.W. Water Charges 12/4/09-3/2/10 137.34
Total: $8,036.44
The above resolution was put to a roll call vote:
Commissioner Fishman Aye
Commissioner Seligson Aye
Commissioner Odierna Aye
Commissioner Wittner ABESENT
Commissioner O'Keeffe Aye
2. Authorization—Capital Project No.2010-01
Authorization—Transfer of Funds—Capital Project No.2010-01
On motion of Commissioner Seligson,seconded by Commissioner Fishman,the following was approved
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WHEREAS,the Town Fire Department has received a grant,arranged by Congresswoman
Lowey,for the Town Fire Department to receive a grant in the amount of$56,505,for the
purpose of purchasing personal escape equipment for firefighters.
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT
RESOLVED,that the Mamaroneck Town Board does hereby establish capital project 2010-01
Firefighter Escape Equipment.
The above resolution was put to a roll call vote:
Commissioner Fishman Aye
Commissioner Seligson Aye
Commissioner Odierna Aye
Commissioner Wittner ABESENT
Commissioner O'Keeffe Aye
On motion of Commissioner Seligson,seconded by Commissioner Odierna,it was
RESOLVED,that the Mamaroneck Town Board does hereby authorize a transfer of funds,for
the Town's share of the Firefighter Escape Equipment Grant,in the amount of$2,975 from
the unreserved fund balance of the Fire District to the capital project 2010-01.
The above resolution was put to a roll call vote:
Commissioner Fishman Aye
Commissioner Seligson Aye
Commissioner Odierna Aye
Commissioner Wittner ABESENT
Commissioner O'Keeffe Aye
3. Other Fire Commission Business
The Town Clerk read the Fire Report for the Month of March 2010 as prepared by Chief McCarthy as
follows:
ALARM TYPE NUMBER
Generals 33
Minors 58
Stills 43
Out of Town (Mutual Aid) 0
EMS 25
Drills 2
TOTAL 161
There being no further business to come before the Commission,on motion of Commissioner Odierna,
seconded by Commissioner Seligson,the Commission unanimously adjourned and the Town Board
reconvened.
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AFFAIRS OF THE TOWN
1. Authorization—Lease Agreement—Mamaroneck Emergency Medical Squad
On motion of Supervisor O'Keeffe,seconded by Councilwoman Seligson,the following was approved
WHEREAS,the Town of Mamaroneck has been working with the Mamaroneck Emergency
Medical Services(MEMS)to replace one of their ambulances,and
WHEREAS,the Town Ambulance District has proposed purchasing a new ambulance that will
be leased to MEMS for$1.00 per year;title to the new ambulance remaining in the name of
the Town of Mamaroneck.
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT
RESOLVED,that the Mamaroneck Town Board does hereby authorize the Ambulance Lease
Agreement between the Town of Mamaroneck and the Mamaroneck Emergency Medical
Services,and
BE IT, FURTHER
RESOLVED,that the Mamaroneck Town Board does hereby authorize the Town Administrator
to execute said agreement on behalf of the Town.
The above resolution was put to a roll call vote:
Fishman Aye
Seligson Aye
Odierna Aye
Wittner ABSENT
O'Keeffe Aye
2. Set Public Hearing—Bond Resolution—Town of Mamaroneck Ambulance District
On motion of Councilman Fishman,seconded by Councilman Odierna,it was unanimously
RESOLVED,that the Mamaroneck Town Board does hereby set the date for a Public
Hearing on the Increase and Improvements of the Facilities of the Town of
Mamaroneck; being the purchase of a new ambulance and related equipment,for
April 21,2010 in the Court Room of the Town Center,and
BE IT FURTHER,
RESOLVED,that the Town Clerk is hereby authorized to publish the notice of said
hearing in a newspaper appointed as an official newspaper,and that said notice, be
posted.
3. Set Public Hearing—Amended Site Plan Application—Byron Place Associates
On motion of Councilwoman Seligson,seconded by Councilman Fishman,it was unanimously
RESOLVED,that the Mamaroneck Town Board does hereby set the date for a Public
Hearing on the proposed amendment to the site plan for Byron Place Associates for
May 5,2010 at 8:15 in the Court Room of the Town Center,and
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BE IT FURTHER,
RESOLVED,that the Town Clerk is hereby authorized to publish the notice of said
hearing in a newspaper appointed as an official newspaper,and that said notice, be
posted.
4. Authorization—Architectural Services—Mamaroneck,Senior Center
On motion of Councilwoman Seligson,seconded by Councilman Fishman,it was
RESOLVED,that the Mamaroneck Town Board does hereby retain Arconics Architecture P.C.
for the architectural services for the design of the Senior Center at the VFW building on
Boston Post Road,for the amount of$28,800.
The above resolution was put to a roll call vote:
Fishman Aye
Seligson Aye
Odierna Aye
Wittner ABSENT
O'Keeffe Aye
5. Salary Authorization— Central Garage
Recreation
On motion of Councilman Odierna,seconded by Councilwoman Seligson,the following was approved:
WHEREAS,on March 3,2010 the Town Board appointed Kenan Becic as a heavy duty auto
mechanic effective March 15,2010 and has subsequently failed to report to work.
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT
RESOLVED,that the Mamaroneck Town Board does hereby rescind the appointment of Mr.
Becic,and
BE IT, FURTHER
RESOLVED,that the Mamaroneck Town Board does hereby appoint Joseph Lucente,Jr.a
heavy duty auto mechanic effective March 24,2010 at an annual salary of$48,240.
The above resolution was put to a roll call vote:
Fishman Aye
Seligson Aye
Odierna Aye
Wittner ABSENT
O'Keeffe Aye
On motion of Councilwoman Seligson,seconded by Councilman Fishman,it was
RESOLVED,that as provided for in the 2010 Town Budget the Mamaroneck Town
Board does hereby authorize the payment of salary to the following:
Memorial park Tennis Courts
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Gregory O'Donnell Maintenance Aide $11/hour effective retroactive to 3/29/10
The above resolution was put to a roll call vote:
Fishman Aye
Seligson Aye
Odierna Aye
Wittner ABSENT
O'Keeffe Aye
6. Set Meeting Dates for July&August 2010
On motion of Councilman Fishman,seconded by Councilman Odierna,it was unanimously
RESOLVED,that the Mamaroneck Town Board does hereby set the dates for the Town
Board Meetings in the months of July and August for,July 7,2010 and August 11,
2010,and
BE IT, FURTHER
RESOLVED,that the Mamaroneck Town Board does hereby eliminate the September
1,2010 Town Board Meeting; the September 15,2010 will remain as the only
September Town Board Meeting.
7. Approval of Certiorari
On motion of Councilman Odierna,seconded by Councilwoman Seligson,it was
RESOLVED,that the Town Board hereby authorizes the settlement of the following
tax certiorari on the following terms:
Delvito Realty
628-632 Fayette Avenue
Mamaroneck, NY 10543
Block: 829 Lot: 115
Town of Mamaroneck/Village of Larchmont
Year Current Assessment Reduced Assessment
2006 $33,000 $25,000
2007 $33,000 $25,000
2008 $33,000 $23,000
2009 $33,000 $19,000
The above resolution was put to a roll call vote:
Fishman Aye
Seligson Aye
Odierna Aye
Wittner ABSENT
O'Keeffe Aye
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On motion of Councilman Fishman,seconded by Councilwoman Seligson,it was
RESOLVED,that the Town Board hereby authorizes the settlement of the following
tax certiorari on the following terms:
2149 Boston Post Road, LLC
2149 Boston Post Road
Larchmont, NY 10538
Block: 704 Lot: 215
Town of Mamaroneck/Village of Larchmont
Year Current Assessment Reduced Assessment
2007 $23,800 $11,900
2008 $23,800 $11,900
2009 $23,800 $11,900
The above resolution was put to a roll call vote:
Fishman Aye
Seligson Aye
Odierna Aye
Wittner ABSENT
O'Keeffe Aye
APPROVAL OF MINUTES—March 17, 2010
On motion of Councilwoman Seligson,seconded by Councilman Odierna,it was
unanimously
RESOLVED,that the Mamaroneck Town Board does hereby approve
the Board Minutes from the meeting of March 17,2010.
Supervisor O'Keeffe announced that the Town will hold a Special Meeting on April 14,at 7:30 PM in
Conference Room C of the Town Center to discuss Parking Fees.
8. Set Special Meeting Date—Parking Fees
On motion of Councilman Fishman,seconded by Councilwoman Seligson,it was unanimously
RESOLVED,that the Mamaroneck Town Board does hereby set the date for a Special
Meeting to discuss parking fees for April 14, 2010 at 7:30PM in Conference Room C,
Town Center,740 West Boston Post Road, Mamaroneck.
ORAL COMMUNICATIONS
None
WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS
Entered into the record under the Public Hearing, previously in the Minutes.
REPORT OF COUNCIL
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Councilman Odierna attended the Senior Citizens' Senior Prom'in which he greatly enjoyed,adding the
wonderful high school students who helped. He will be reading his poetry at the upcoming poetry event at
the Larchmont Library this Saturday,April 10. Councilman Odierna announced the Mamaroneck Chamber
of Commerce 'Wine Tour'taking place on April 25 from 1-5PM.Councilman Odierna noted the recent
swearing in of the Village of Larchmont Officials. Councilman Odierna announced the upcoming Senior Art
exhibit April 10 from 2:30—S:OOPM.
Supervisor O'Keeffe congratulated Josh Mandel as the Villages' new Mayor,Jane Elkind Eney as new
Trustee and the reelection of Trustee Marlene Kolbert. Supervisor O'Keeffe thanked Village Clerk Eileen
Finn for coordinating a wonderful swearing in reception. Supervisor O'Keeffe thanked Liz Feld for her years
of dedication and hard work,four as Village Mayor.
Councilwoman Seligson also congratulated the Village of Larchmont Elected Officials. Councilwoman
Seligson announced the upcoming Environmental Summit on April 24. This is an all day event being held at
the Hommocks Middle School. The cost is$15.00 if you pre-register or$20.00 at the door. Morning and
afternoon sessions are being offered with wonderful lectures,seminars and vendors. This will be a great
opportunity to learn more about minimizing your carbon footprint and about being more 'green'.
Councilman Fishman also congratulated the newly elected Village Officials,adding Josh Mandel is a smart
man with high energy. Councilman Fishman thanked Mayor Feld for her service as Mayor. Councilman
Fishman attended the Zoning Board meeting last month,adding there were a couple of issues pertaining to
residents having difficulty parking their vehicles. In light of the discussion that took place this evening
regarding parking,we may want to set some standards on how best to widen your driveway,as well as
take a look at the existing law with respect to residents parking in front of their homes overnight.
Councilman Odierna asked Councilman Fishman to comment on the report of the Consolidation being
presented at the upcoming Summit Meeting.
Councilman Fishman stated that Mr. Denzer the Chair of the Consolidation/Shared Services Committee will
be presenting the report at the upcoming Summit Meeting April 20,7:30AM at the Nautilus Diner.
The Town Clerk announced that new voting machines will be in use during the fall elections. The Clerk
advised residents to view an on line video,demonstrating the usage of the new voting machines @
www.vote-ny.org.
SUPERVISOR'S REPORT
Supervisor O'Keeffe attended the Westchester Joint Water Works meeting with Mayor of Harrison and
Mayor of the Village of Mamaroneck.The discussion involved the proposal for a water rate increase.
Supervisor O'Keeffe spoke about the water works'investment in alternative options to the mandated
filtration plant,specifically the Inter-municipal Agreement with Westchester County to share the cost of a
study to investigate these potential alternatives. Supervisor O'Keeffe advised residents that the Village of
Mamaroneck and Town of Mamaroneck have been working with the Trust for Public Land to help acquire
public land,adding private partners are actively being sought after.
The Board announced the Town and Village Fire Departments Hockey game on Friday,April 16. This event
will help raise funds for the Rasor family Trust. The Rasor family sadly lost their father last week.
Mr. Maker proudly announced that his son a reporter for the New Rochelle Sound Report received
second place state wide for an article he wrote about a Peelskill man who was wrongly convicted of a rape
and served 16 years.
The Board enthusiastically congratulated Gregory Maker.
ADJOURNMENT
On motion of Councilwoman Wittner,seconded by Councilman Fishman the meeting was unanimously
adjourned at 11:OOPM.
Submitted by
Christina Battalia,Town Clerk
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